With a high-quality sound comparable to more expensive models, the AT-F7 provides outstanding value and performance, which delights those who appreciate the sound quality of analogue records.

Features our celebrated dual coil design and elliptical stylus

Class leading quality of sound and reliability

Provides outstanding clarity and transparency of tone

Improved frequency response and precise stereo imaging

Finished in a stylish silver housing

The VC structure that holds the coils in place is made of a hard resin, which is combined with potassium titanate for increased strength and rigidity. The result is less weight and an unprecedented reduction of unnecessary vibration.

The AT-F7 uses 0.07 mm diameter stainless suspension wire, which serves an important role as a fulcrum point for audio signal transfer. This stainless wire is used for higher quality MC-type cartridges. This stabilises the fulcrum position and enables auditory lateralisation to provide excellent expression of the high-frequency range.

The neodymium magnet provides maximum energy (BHmax of 50[kJ/m3]), while the pure iron yoke provides excellent magnetic properties. Together, they further boast the magnetic field concentrated in the coil gap area.

PCOCC does not give rise to crystalline resistance in the transmission direction, enabling audiophiles to enjoy pure transmissions.

Audio-Technica's unique moving coil type cartridge has a basic structure where one cylindrical coil is used for the left channel and another is used for the right channel. This structure by which power is generated independently for the left and right channels physically provides outstanding separation characteristics. The leakage of signals from one channel into the other exerts a decisive influence on the stereo expanse as well as on the sound quality. This is because this leakage is tantamount to creating irregular cross modulation. The reason why the dual moving coil system delivers such a clear and finely delineated sound quality is no doubt due to the system's naturally excellent separation. The AT-F7 features a reverse V-shaped formation for the two left and right coils to reduce the vibration mass as seen from the stylus tip.

Using a precision-crafted sturdy aluminium alloy as the base, the body's structure is made of hard resin which minimises parasitic resonance. This achieves greater rigidity and improves signal-to-noise ratio.

Technical Specifications:

Type: Dual Moving Coil

Mounting: 1/2" Centers

Frequency Response: 15 - 50,000Hz

Body Material: Aluminium/Synthetic Resin

Channel Separation: 27dB (1kHz)

Output Channel Balance: 1.5dB (1kHz)

Output Voltage: 0.35mV (1kHz and 5cm/sec.)

Vertical Tracking Angle: 23°

Vertical Tracking Force Range: 1.8 - 2.2g (2.0g standard)

Stylus Shape: Elliptical

Stylus Curvature Radius: 0.2 x 0.7 mil

Stylus Construction: Nude Square Shank

Cantilever: Aluminium

Coil Impedance: 12Ω (1kHz)

Coil Inductance: 25µH (1kHz)

DC Resistance: 12Ω

Static Compliance: 35×10-6cm/dyne

Dynamic Compliance: 9×10-6cm/dyne (100Hz)

Terminal Pins: Brass

Recommended Load Impedance: Min 100Ω

Weight: 5g

Dimensions: 17.3 (H) x 16.8 (W) x 25.4 (L) mm

Replacement Stylus: When the stylus is to be replaced, replace the entire cartridge. Take the used cartridge to your Audio-Technica Authorised Service Centre. The new cartridge, or any other model which is desired among the line-up of MC cartridges sold by Audio-Technica, are available at the stylus replacement price.

Accessories Included: One non-magnetic screwdriver; one brush; two washers; two 5mm mounting screws; two nuts; two 9mm mounting screws; one plastic protector; one set of PCOCC Lead Wires (AT6106)

We endeavour to despatch same day for orders placed up to 2pm on available stock items (items with stock message "Usually dispatched within 24 hours"). Please remember to check with us first for a physical stock check if next day delivery is important to you. Any items with stock message "Usually dispatched within 72 hours" are items that we do not hold in stock but order in from the importer or manufacturer as soon as a customer order is recieved. Occasionally these may be delayed beyond 72 hours due to importer/manufacturer stock levels but we will inform you as soon as we can if this is the case.

UK ORDERS: We despatch the bulk of our UK mainland items on a 24 hour service – Free of Charge. Free delivery also applies to the Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, the Scilly Isles, the Scottish highlands and Islands, the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland but may take a day or so longer. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail recorded delivery or special delivery. Larger items are delivered using a courier service such as Interlink Express, DPD, UPS or DHL.

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS: We offer competitive rates which can be confirmed by email. Please just ask – we will need a full delivery address and telephone number. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail Small Packets Airmail with International Tracked and/or Signed depending on value of item and availability of the service. Larger International shipments are sent by insured and tracked services using DPD, DHL or UPS. If there are any delays due to specific customs regulations, etc, you will be contacted by Turntableworld or by the courier with a request for any further information required. Customs duties do not apply for shipments into any EU country (for a full list please refer to the EU Country List). Customs duties can apply for countries outside of the EU. Customers in these countries are responsible for all taxes and duties incurred when the items enter their country.

COLLECT IN STORE OR HOME INSTALL:At the request of the manufacturer some items cannot be supplied by mail order but you can click and buy them and then elect to collect them from our store or arrange a home install (if applicable). Applicable items clearly state that they are Collect in store or home install. Once ordered you will receive a message prompting you to contact us by phone or email to arrange for us to deliver and install or to reserve and collect from our store at your convenience, you will also be advised of the delivery time / stock availability as not all Home install / collect in store items are held in stock.

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